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Picking up bowhunting for retirement!!

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  1. Brian Burton

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    Hello! I'm going to be retiring from the IL Army National Guard in May this year and am purchasing a bow to join the many folks that enjoy the outdoors and hunting! I'm currently planning on purchasing a Bear Encounter as I have a draw length of 31.5" and it severly limits my options for entry-level bows - i.e. $500-600, RTH. I've been lurking for a few months here and have enjoyed the honest comments and "brand loyalty" as I understand that you don't find a bow - IT finds you! I look forward to being a newbie for awhile and hope to be posting picts later this fall.
     
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    Welcome, and good luck this Fall!
     
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    rsf31tmp Die Hard Bowhunter

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    where are you in Illinois? This can greatly change your bow hunting options!
     
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    Good to have you here Brian! let us know what you end up with :tu:
     
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    Now thats the way to retire! glad your here, ask plenty of questions and tell us what you know!
     
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    Welcome and what a great way to start enjoying your retirement!!

    Keep us posted on your progress...
     
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